PRÉCIS:
Samuel and William Vernon were among the most prominent merchants in mid
18th-century Newport, Rhode Island. Active in the colony's infamous
"triangle trade," the Vernons delivered over 5,000 captive Africans to
markets in the Americas. This talk will examine the many connections
that made this trade possible, from their correspondents in Europe and
the Caribbean to the ship captains who bought and sold in their name.

There will be an informal reception before the paper, and a
dutch-treat dinner in Providence will follow. If you plan to
attend, please notify Ann-Cathrine Rapp at AAS no later than Friday,
March 13, by email arapp[at]mwa.org or by selecting the "register"
button on the announcement on the
calendar of events page.

The Society regrets
that it is unable to make refunds after
that date.

Reservations are suggested (and deeply appreciated) for attending the
seminar. Reservations are required to attend the supper.